Library 210 Student Instruction Presents:

Everything you ever wanted to know about directories (an instructional guide)

Welcome to the site! In these pages you'll find information on the different kinds of directories, suggestions on how to use them, links to some of the most prominent, and more. We hope that what you read here will help you and your library user get the most out of directories.

Table of Contents:

• Descriptions and Uses -- an overview of the different kinds of directories with brief descriptions and usage examples
• Helpful Hints & Search Tips -- recommendations for how to use directories most effectively
• Sample Search -- a step-by-step guide to using an online directory
• Selecting and Evaluating -- information on how to select directories to build the best reference collection for your library
• Directory List -- descriptions and links to a selection of useful print and online directories